2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
